Overshadowed by their running mates, the vice-presidential nominees will try to improve poll numbers, not make any missteps, and show they are up to the job
One describes himself as “boring”. The other admits he is a “B-list celebrity”. Tim Kaine and Mike Pence prepare to face off on Tuesday night in what could be one of the least consequential vice-presidential debates ever staged.
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